Three individuals lost their lives, and one individual sustained injuries in a tragic murder-suicide incident in Weirton, West Virginia. The Weirton Police Department responded to a call regarding a shooting at a residence on Miami Avenue at approximately 12:20 a.m. on Saturday.
Upon their arrival, law enforcement officers discovered two deceased individuals inside the home, identified as 25-year-old Jordan Bettino and 26-year-old Zoe Antoniou, both victims of fatal gunshot wounds. A third victim, 30-year-old Desiree McDiffitt, was rushed to a local hospital for treatment of gunshot wounds and is reported to be in stable condition.
The alleged shooter, identified as 33-year-old Brennan Bailey, was found deceased at the scene from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities revealed that children were present in the residence at the time of the shooting, although they were unharmed and are now safe.
Weirton Police Chief Charlie Kush disclosed that two of the victims were sisters, and Bailey was in a relationship with one of them. The motive behind the tragic incident remains unclear, with police continuing to investigate and gather information from family and friends of the victims.
The investigation into the murder-suicide is ongoing, with authorities assuring the public that there is no immediate threat to safety. The community is left reeling from the tragic loss of life and the harrowing events that unfolded in Weirton, West Virginia.